Episodes

Sept. 20, 2022

Self-Compassion Practices for Managing Post-Traumatic Stress: A Conversation With Dr. Christopher Willard

Psychologist and author Dr. Christopher Willard discusses mindful self-compassion practices for post-traumatic growth.
Aug. 17, 2022

Working and Our Mental Health: A Conversation with Occupational Psychologist, Dr. Jo Yarker

Jo Yarker discusses the impact of long Covid on our attitudes towards health in the workplace.
July 19, 2022

Do I have a problem? A conversation with Dr. Youssef Allami about substance use and gambling.

Youssef Allami explains how to recognize the signs of addiction, whether abstaining is the key to recovery, and why calling someone “an addict” can prevent them from getting the support they really need.
May 17, 2022

Creating a Safe Space for LGBTQ2+ Workers – A Conversation with Michael Bach

Michael Bach is an author and thought leader in the fields of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. He explains what companies can do to create inclusive workplaces for people who don’t fit squarely into the “strai…
April 19, 2022

The Power of Teamwork – A Conversation with Dr. Brian Goldman

ER doctor and a radio broadcaster Dr. Brian Goldman discusses why teamwork is a transcendent experience, how adopting a “me to we” mentality can save lives and the number one thing we can all do to become a better teammate, …
March 15, 2022

Breaking the Taboo of Menopause: A Conversation with Bev Thorogood

Menopause is a natural and inevitable transition for women over 50, yet it’s highly misunderstood by both doctors and those experiencing it. Menopause specialist trainer Bev Thorogood explains why menopause is a crucial work…
Feb. 15, 2022

Understanding and Treating Eating Disorders - A Conversation with Clinical Therapist, Kyla Fox

Did you know that eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness? Clinical therapist Kyla Fox discusses how the pandemic is impacting those with eating disorders, how she overcame her own struggle wit…
Jan. 18, 2022

Fighting Feelings of Pandemic Fatigue

Feeling crushed by pandemic fatigue? You’re not alone. Two years of masks, lockdowns, and social isolation has left many of us feeling emotionally exhausted. Registered psychotherapist Janna Comrie offers advice on how to fi…
Dec. 21, 2021

Parenting Picky Eaters in a Pandemic - A conversation with family nutritionist, Nishta Saxena

Registered dietician and nutritionist, Nishta Saxena offers advice for parents who are struggling with picky eaters. She also talks about how the pandemic has impacted our relationship with food, why nutrition can have a hug…
Nov. 16, 2021

Grappling with Eco-Anxiety: A conversation with environmental journalist, Candice Batista

Is your worry about the future of the planet affecting your mental health? The Eco Hub founder Candice Batista shares advice on managing our worries about the climate crisis, why a $6 t-shirt costs more than you think, and t…
Oct. 19, 2021

Tackling Our Torrid Relationship with Money: A Conversation with Financial Planner, Shannon Lee Simmons

Do you feel guilt and shame about your finances? Shannon Lee Simmons says that this is a common struggle for many of her clients. The financial planner explains why social media plays into our feelings of inadequacy, and how…
Sept. 21, 2021

The Power of Pressure: How Pressure is Actually Good For Us

What’s the most pressure you’ve ever been under and how did you react? According to Dane Jensen, how we navigate our highest-pressure moments has a huge impact on the overall trajectory of our lives, both in terms of how suc…
Aug. 17, 2021

Improving Your Virtual Communication Skills

Whether you’re still working from home or back in the office, video meetings are here to stay. Executive trainers and communication experts, Judith Asher and Frank O’Halloran share their expertise on how we can all improve o…
July 20, 2021

Are the kids alright? An interview with parenting expert Alyson Schafer

Family counselor and bestselling author Alyson Schafer shares what it takes to raise a resilient kid and how to tackle some of the most challenging times of parenting. She also talks about how our approach to child-rearing h…
June 15, 2021

The Crucial Role of Optimal Nutrition in the Fight Against Illness: A Conversation with Immunologist Aileen Burford-Mason.

Can what you eat protect you against COVID-19? Immunologist Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason discusses her book The War Against Viruses , and the key role optimal nutrition plays in the prevention and management of chronic illness i…
May 18, 2021

Techniques for Tackling Your Inner Critic (Once and for All!)

From stay-at-home parents to successful executives, many people struggle with a critical voice that tells them they aren’t good enough. Certified personal development coach Jenny Tryansky shares techniques for silencing your…
April 20, 2021

Conquering Needle Fears and Phobias – Simple Ways to Reduce Your Anxiety

Have you avoided crucial dental treatments or vaccines because you’re afraid of needles? You’re not alone. Millions of people around the world experience a serious fear of injections. Clinical health psychologist and public …
March 16, 2021

Physician Heal Thyself: Doctors and Burnout

What happens when doctors fall apart? General internist Dr. Jillian Horton addresses doctor burnout, her new book, We Are All Perfectly Fine: A Memoir of Love, Medicine and Healing , and how compassionate medicine is the key…
Feb. 16, 2021

So-Called Normal: A Personal Story of Mental Illness and Resilience

Mental health advocate Mark Henick shares his story of attempting suicide as a teen, why he’s made it his life’s work to break the stigma of mental illness, and how empathy is the key to making meaningful change. See omnystu…
Jan. 20, 2021

How to Prepare for and Navigate a Healthier and More Socially Connected Aging Experience.

Sue Lantz is a policy and implementation expert on aging, health care, and housing. She talks to LifeSpeak about why planning for your later years can ensure that your ‘aging journey’ is a positive one. A passionate advocate…
Dec. 15, 2020

When your adult child isn’t talking to you (and what to do about it)

Why do adult children cut ties? As a parent, how do you heal the conflict? LifeSpeak talks with Dr. Joshua Coleman, a clinical psychologist and leading expert on adult parental estrangement about his latest book, the pain of…
Nov. 17, 2020

Is the physical office dead? How remote working is reinventing how we work alone, and together.

LifeSpeak talks to champion of virtual-team strategies Lisette Sutherland about her book, Work Together Anywhere: A Handbook on Working Remotely Successfully for Individuals, Teams, and Managers . Sutherland discusses the la…
Oct. 26, 2020

Navigating Infertility – Its impact on your relationships and your mental health

Reproductive counselor Dara Roth Edney spent six years trying to conceive a child. In conversation with the LifeSpeak Podcast, she offers a candid account of her own experience and how she now supports others navigating the …
Oct. 26, 2020

Introducing The LifeSpeak Podcast

LifeSpeak is the podcast about well-being, mental health, and building resilience through knowledge. Joined by leading experts in health, work, and wellness, we go behind the profession to reveal personal stories of struggle…